Month: November 2023

Tim McGraw drops new six-song EP, “Poet’s Resume”

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Post date November 24, 2023
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Tim McGraw surprised audiences with the release of his new EP, Poet’s Resume. McGraw posted on social media: “6 new songs out now!! #PoetsResume”

McGraw had teased that a surprise was coming prior to officially dropping Poet’s Resume, as a show of gratitude towards his fans and in celebration of his 46th No. 1 single, ‘Standing Room Only.’ Said McGraw: “Woke up this morning to find out “Standing Room Only” just went Number 1…. the 46th song to top the Country Radio charts in my career. I can’t believe it, I’m overwhelmed with gratitude!! Thank you to Country Radio and everyone listening! Check out the new playlist of #1’s and stay tuned for a big surprise coming tonight…..”

The title track of Poet’s Resume, written by Josh Osborne, Lori McKenna, and Scott Stepakoff, explores the concept of the experiences of life being what makes one “qualified” to be a poet.

To stream Poet’s Resume, head here.

Tim McGraw celebrates 47th No 1 with surprise EP

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Bon Jovi release new holiday song, “Christmas Isn’t Christmas”

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Post date November 24, 2023
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Bon Jovi has released the new original holiday song, “Christmas Isn’t Christmas”. Jon Bon Jovi said of the song: “‘Christmas Isn’t Christmas’ is a song that I wrote about family. The sentiment that Christmas really isn’t Christmas without YOU which can bring up a lot of memories for people. I also liked to turn it around and know that because of you Christmas IS Christmas.”

Bon Jovi said he originally wrote the song two years ago when his parents fell ill during the holidays, sharing in an Instagram video: “It was a tough day in the house. My dad and my mom had both taken ill, and I wrote this as a gift to my parents and my children. The gift was that Christmas was bringing everyone together and while were weren’t all together, we can only be there in our memories, and in our thoughts, and our prayers. When we shot the video and we started conversing about it we realized that there’s also a great sunny side: Christmas isn’t Christmas without you, unless you’re here with me. So we can lighten the mood, too. I hope you like it as much as we do.”

Along with the release of “Christmas Isn’t Christmas” is a Bon Jovi Monopoly board game, commemorating the band’s 40th anniversary in 2024. The board game can be pre-ordered at the band’s official store and is priced at $49.99, and boasts properties, tokens, and other elements inspired by Bon Jovi’s history. The six collectible tokens that come with the game were based on Bon Jovi’s heart-and-dagger logo; the smirk face that appears on the ‘Have a Nice Day’ album cover; the Superman logo (which Jon Bon Jovi has tattooed on his left shoulder); the group’s home state of New Jersey; the Bon Jovi skull logo; and Jon’s signature acoustic guitar.

To buy/stream “Christmas Isn’t Christmas,” head here.

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Coldplay call on fans to add their voice to new song ‘One World’

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Post date November 24, 2023
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Coldplay are calling on their fans to add their voice to one of their new songs, titled ‘One World.’ In an Instagram post the band the band wrote: “Hello everybody. We hope you are all ok in these wild times. We have nearly finished Moon Music. If you’d like to be on it too, perhaps you could add your voice to a song called One World. (We would love that a lot.) All you have to do is record yourself singing “Ahhhhh” for a few seconds at oneworld.coldplay.com (link in bio). You can either copy the note on the site, or sing a G or C in any octave. Thankyou so much. Love, Chris, Guy, Will and Jonny.”

The song will be featured on Coldplay’s forthcoming new album ‘Moon Music,’ which the band said is nearly completed. Coldplay first teased ‘Moon Music’ back in January and described it as the “second ‘Music Of The Spheres’ volume” (referring to their last studio album, Music Of The Spheres).

To add your voice entry for ‘One World’, fans can head to the link: here.

Coldplay to release ‘One World’ featuring over 120k fans

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Go Country 105

Nashville notes: Mickey Guyton's double duty + Kane Brown's Black Friday sale

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Post date November 22, 2023
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Mickey Guyton has been tapped as host and performer for CBS’ National Christmas Tree Lighting. Other artists slated to perform include Darren Criss and Dionne Warwick. The holiday special airs Friday, December 15, at 7 p.m. CT.

Just in time for Black Friday, Kane Brown has discounted all products in his merch store. Items are now either $10, $20, $30 or $40. Grab your favorite Kane merch now or shop for a Kane fan now at Kane’s merch store.

The Songwriters Hall of Fame has announced the list of nominees in the running for induction in 2024. Those in the running include hit country songwriters Hillary Lindsey (Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban, Little Big Town) and Dean Dillon (George Strait, Chris Stapleton, Kenny Chesney).

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Serve up Niko Moon's snickerdoodle cookies this holiday

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Post date November 22, 2023
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It’s time to shake up your baked treats this festive season with Niko Moon‘s snickerdoodle cookies.

The “Good Time” singer has shared the recipe for his favorite cookies on the first episode of the holiday edition of his YouTube series, STIR CRAZY.

Cinnamon, sugar, eggs and butter are some of the ingredients you’ll need. Once everything has been made, mixed and prepared, pop it in the oven to bake for nine minutes.

“I love cinnamon because my grandma used to make me cinnamon toast as a kid, especially during the holiday times. She used it [in] a lot of her cooking but especially that cinnamon toast,” Niko shares in the video. “That’s why they say, ‘It tastes better when there’s love put in it,’ and that’s very true.”

For the full recipe, check out Niko’s latest YouTube video.

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Dan Smyers is a big ol' turkey lover

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Post date November 22, 2023
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When it comes to Thanksgiving, one food item that’s a must-have for Dan + Shay‘s Dan Smyers is the turkey.

“My favorite Thanksgiving menu item has to be the turkey, especially when it was cooked by my mom,” says Dan.

“I have some fond memories of waking up early in the morning and my mom would be running around, taking care of the house, cleaning the house, getting ready for guests and yelling at us kids to go run and do stuff,” he recalls. “But, whenever she was cooking the turkey I could always smell it, and the turkey was always so good.”

“So my favorite Thanksgiving menu item has to be the turkey, and then the nap that the turkey sent me into after I ate it,” Dan adds.

Dan + Shay are #6 on the country charts with “Save Me the Trouble,” the lead single off their latest album, Bigger Houses.

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Carrie Underwood's most grateful for her family: “That's what this life is all about”

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Post date November 22, 2023
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Carrie Underwood has a whole list of things she’s thankful for. But the one thing that sits atop the list is her family.

“I am grateful for so many things this Thanksgiving. I think the thing I'm most grateful for, though, is family. I mean, that's what it's all about. That's what this life is all about,” says the country hitmaker.

“I am blessed to have two incredible boys that I get to take care of and that love on me daily, and they're just giant blessings in my life, and of course, my extended family, as well,” Carrie adds. “That's what this time of year's all about – getting together and just realizing how blessed we all are.”

Carrie’s currently approaching the top 30 of the country charts with “Out of That Truck.” The track’s off the deluxe edition of her latest album, Denim & Rhinestones.

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Have a peek at Tyler Hubbard's typical Thanksgiving Day

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Post date November 22, 2023
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After being on the road for months, Tyler Hubbard always looks forward to unwinding and spending time with family over the holidays.

His typical Thanksgiving Day involves everything from taking a big ol’ nap to chowing down on a holiday staple.

“Favorite Thanksgiving tradition for me is probably just getting together with family, having a big meal and watching a little football and taking a nice long nap. I mean, we didn't reinvent the wheel with Thanksgiving by any means,” Tyler shares.

“But my Nanny does make a pretty mean sweet potato casserole, so that's one of my favorites that I look forward to,” he adds. “I don't know if that's a tradition or not, but in my head it is. I love it.”

Tyler recently released a nostalgic music video for his latest single, “Back Then Right Now.” In case you missed it, you can watch it on YouTube.

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For Priscilla Block, the holidays are about “truly being grateful”

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Post date November 22, 2023
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While Priscilla Block‘s Thanksgiving with her family can get a little messy, they always try to keep gratitude at the center of their celebration.

“Thanksgiving has always been chaos. Actually any holiday that my entire family is there is straight chaos,” says Priscilla. “But for Thanksgiving, we all try so hard to be together and it's such a fun holiday, too. My family's a little cheesy. We actually still go around the table and [ask] like, ‘What are you thankful for?’ ‘What are you thankful for?'”

“That means a lot where it's not about presents, it's not about anything else,” she reflects. “It's just about truly being thankful, and that's why I love Thanksgiving so much.”

Coming up, Priscilla will hit the road on her Hey Jack Tour, with the kickoff show happening in San Diego, California, on February 7.

For Priscilla’s full tour schedule, visit her website.

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Don't miss Garth Brooks' Black Friday party

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Post date November 22, 2023
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Not sure what to do on Black Friday? Don’t worry, Garth Brooks has you covered.

The country superstar and Amazon Music will livestream the first-ever worldwide Black Friday Amazon Music Live concert event.

Garth’s performance will kick off the grand opening of his Friends in Low Places Bar & Honky-Tonk in Nashville. Fans can expect a set list comprised of Garth’s timeless hits, deep cuts, fan favorites and new songs off his latest album, Time Traveler.

“We’ve already seen over 3 million entries to win a chance to attend, and thanks to our friends at Amazon, this episode will ensure that everybody who wants to see this show can,” says Garth. “Not only will the people see the Friends bar for the first time, but they will also hear new music live for the first time . and if you know us, we will be playing the old stuff, as well.”

Amazon Music Live with Garth will air at 7 p.m. ET via Prime Video and Twitch. Both members and non-members of Prime Video will be able to livestream the concert.

For more information, visit Amazon Music’s website.